Matcha is a special kind of powdered green tea, traditionally used in the Japanese tea ceremony. Matcha is unique among other types of green tea in both appearance and taste. It has a vibrant, beautiful green color, a subtle aroma, and a rich umami taste. What is the difference between t...
Matcha is a safe and healthy drink, so long as you consume it in moderation (just a few cups a day, at most) and choose an organic, ceremonial or good quality culinary grade powder.To avoid all of the side effects, sip your matcha slowly without milk or sugar!
Matcha is a high-grade green tea ground into powdered form. The green tea powder is whisked into hot water, instead of steeped, to form a frothy drink. The meditative act of preparing, presenting, and sipping matcha is the backbone of the Japanese tea ceremony. While matcha’s origins ...
Sweet matcha is exactly what it sounds like: matcha powder that is ground with sugar cane to create a naturally sweetened version of traditional Japanese green tea powder. This slight twist on the classic is gaining popularity for its balance of earthy and sweet flavors, making it a favorite f...
The tea ceremony or ‘sado’ plays an integral role in many Japanese girls’ lives as both an enjoyable hobby and spiritual practice, combining mindfulness, respectfulness, and aesthetics into one beautiful experience. It’s more than just brewing matcha; it’s about cultivating inner peace amidst...
(MATCHA article, Japanese) Izakaya menus focus on Japanese dishes and feature all sorts of items. There are typically two ways to order food: you can choose what you like a la carte, or you can pay a set price for a course menu that offers several different items. With a course menu,...
grounds of Kotokuin, a Buddhist temple belonging to the Pure Land sect of Japanese Buddhism. Kamakura-Daibutsu is the second largest Buddha statue in Japan, after the largest which is located at Todaiji Temple in Nara, and is considered by many to be the most impressive as it stands out...
10. Matcha Matcha is Japanese green tea, typically founded in tea houses and whisked up to be served during a Japanese tea ceremony. While being a cultural drink, you’ll also find many matcha-flavored sweets throughout Japan such as mochi, ice creams, cookies, and more! No longer bitter...
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The result is a vibrant green powder that’s an integral part of the Japanese tea ceremony. Preparing and making the matcha is all part of a process that’s almost therapeutic. Serving and sipping the matcha at a tea ceremony is something you can recreate at home, or just enjoy a cup ...